LeRoy Oliver

SPRING GLEN - LeRoy Oliver, age 74, passed away peacefully March 6, 2010 in Provo surrounded by his loving family after enduring many years with emphysema. LeRoy was born Feb 14, 1936 in Kenilworth to Orcel and Gladys (Hastings) Oliver. LeRoy was raised in Elmo on the farm where he learned the value of hard work.

On Nov. 12, 1954 LeRoy married the love of his life, Connie Rich. Their marriage was solemnized in the Manti Temple on June 7, 1986. LeRoy worked most of his life in the trucking industry, retiring from Savage Services in 1998 after 32 years of service. He loved spending time with his family and friends, camping, hunting, fishing, water skiing and just spending time outdoors. He will be remembered by everyone for his sense of humor and his love to tease, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was loved and respected by everyone that met him.

He was preceded in death by his parents; in-laws, Orval and Zelpha Rich; a half brother LaMar Kearns; and two brothers-in-law, Ken Turpin and Lee Robertson.

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 12, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Carbonville Ward Building in Spring Glen (1985 W. 4000 N.). There will be a viewing Thursday, March 11 from 6-8 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary and Friday from 12:30 -1:30 p.m. prior to services at the church. Interment will be in Wellington City Cemetery. Funeral services are in the care of Fausett Mortuary. Family and friends may sign the guest book and share memories of LeRoy at www.fausettmortuary.com.